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PJ61 WFV

2012 Citroen C3

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,566 mi
Last recorded69,566 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C352,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ61 WFV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 69,566 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Jan 2026 69,564 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Jan 2025 63,972 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2024 57,833 miles

Body has damage.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 48,395 miles

Body has damage.

Exhaust flexi worn.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 42,118 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 39,942 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 38,121 miles

front exhaust clamp/bracket corroded.

Fail 7 Feb 2020 38,120 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

front exhaust clamp/bracket corroded.

Pass 7 Feb 2019 34,824 miles

Central exhaust mountain coming away.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front slightly sticking

Fail 7 Feb 2019 34,824 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central exhaust mountain coming away.

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front slightly sticking

Pass 7 Feb 2018 32,603 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 30,163 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 26,386 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under tray fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2015 22,015 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2015 21,857 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Citroen C3?

Based on 4,435,918 MOT tests across 313,601 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,216
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
313,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107,792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76,366
Registration plate lamp not working 63,376
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 46,618
Stop lamp not working 39,780
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PJ61 WFV is a 2012 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 52,222 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107,792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ61 WFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C3 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 14 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJ61 WFV registered?

PJ61 WFV is a 2012 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 January 2012.

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